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Kollam Tour Package
About Kollam
Kollam is so complex that it's hard to discover all at once. This town has been on the route map for a breath-easy holiday, adored by sea, lakes, plains, mountains, rivers, backwaters, woodland, vast green fields, etc. With its picturesque beauty, stunning scenery, culture, and tradition, Kollam is a place that will fascinate you. Move via Kollam's utopian stretches of cashew and spice plantation or visit Kollam's largest seaport, Neendakara Port, where you can experience fishing'. For sunsets and cruises, travel to Lake Ashtamudi. If the excitement is what entices you, then set out to experience scuba diving and surfing at Thangassery LightHouse. Talking about the undiscovered town, here is the list of places in Kollam that you can visit.
Backwaters, beaches, and lagoons! That's enough for a lovely break, but Kollam has so much more to come. As you relish tapioca and spicy fish curry, enjoy a relaxing boat trip through the backwaters. How's that for a holiday rejuvenating concept! Formerly a famous trade center, Kollam today has visitors from all over the world pouring in. There are many buildings and structures to tour, but the highlights are the temples and mosques. Come evening, and along the deserted streets, the dosa shops begin to appear. You can't go wrong with dosas! Try it. Eateries selling delicious dosas, idlis, and piping hot philter coffee fill the streets! If you are searching for other dining choices, don't lose heart, as the place has a range of restaurants offering a variety of cuisines. And yes, leave room for herbs, cashew nuts, and even for coffee!
Lake Ashtamudi : Ashtamudi lake has eight branches that align with the Arabian sea after converging into one river, the unbelievable beauty of Kerala, hence the name Ashtamudi, where Ashta means eight and means branch. The fascinating experience is amplified by embellishing the banks of this lake, palm, and coconut trees. The intriguing experience of calm and lush green rivers intensifies. Ashtamudi lake, which thrives harmoniously in the Kollam district of Kerala, immerses visitors with great pleasure by giving them a houseboat cruising experience.
Top most sightseeing places in Kollam
The Beach of Thirumullavaram : An unexplored Kerala beach where golden sand surrounds clear blue water and coconut and palm trees embellish the serene seashore. Tourists never fail to attract the delightful view of sun-soaked beaches, calming blue sea, and lush green palm. Keeping a spot in Kollam's list of places to see, tourists visit this place to immerse themselves in the quiet and peaceful surroundings. As one of Kerala's isolated beaches, the elegance of the beach remains unimpaired.
Falls at Palaruvi : The white stream waterfall falling from the height of 300ft resembles the form of the tail of a horse. The milk stream calls the cascade Palaruvi, which rushes down the mountain, providing a spectacular view and is one of Kollam's top places to visit. The lush green forests, the Kallang River, and some other minor watercourses breathe into this enchanting climate. The rushing sound of the stream echoes in the quietness of the encircling trees, rendering this place impressive. From the lower pool created by a major waterfall storm, tourists experience the freshness of its water. Palaruvi Falls also has a sacred value, along with an appreciation for its attractive beauty, and is admired by local people.
Punalur : Punalur is approximately 38 kilometers from Kollam and derives its name from two Tamil and Malayalam words. In Tamil, 'Punal' means water and the word' in Malayalam' means place, which together gives the name Punalur or 'place of water'. As the Kallada river gushes through the heart of the town, this is more than real. Apart from the river, in the form of forests full of pineapples, pepper, cinnamon, and other spices, there is plenty of flora to be seen here.
Sasthamkotta : Sasthamkotta or Sasthamcotta is situated at a distance of 25 kilometers from Kollam. The vast freshwater lake here is Kerala's largest of its kind. The ancient Sastha Temple, which gives the town its name, is an important center for pilgrims. One can see an abundance of monkeys at these temples. There are regular bus services from Kollam. At the PWD Rest House, accommodation is open. This place is packed with breath-taking places.
The Paravoor : A small skirt of land running between the backwaters and the sea is ParavoorParavoor, 20 kilometers from Kollam. It is a city cum municipality now. By road and rail, it is easily available. A KTDC beach resort and a big Kollam DTPC water sports complex will adorn this spot very soon. The popular beach of Varkala is only 15 kilometers by car from here.
Best Places to visit in Kollam
Thevalli Palace : This is a beautiful palace on the banks of Ashtamudi Kayal (backwater), Sasthamkotta, 26 Km., which is historically popular. Kollam city, north-east. Sasthamkotta is located on the banks of the River Kallada. The temple dedicated to Lord Sastha is there. The location is known for the freshwater lake of Sasthamkotta as well. This natural gift is set on three sides amid scenic surroundings surrounded by hills.
Village Picnic : This village at Ashramam is the main center of recreational activities in Kollam, along the backwater front. The sights of the backwaters on one side and the tropical forests on the other are appreciated by tourists. In this large tourist, the complex is the 200-year-old Government Guest House, an Adventure Park, the Tourist Boat Club, the Children's Traffic Park, and the Yatrinivas. It was here in the Guest House where Lord Munroe once lived and enjoyed himself.
Jatayupara : Big rock at Chadayamangalam takes its name from the legendary bird 'Jatayu in the epic Ramayana, who after failing in his attempts to thwart Ravana's abduction of Sita, is believed to have collapsed on the rock. This involves the Jatayu Great Bird Sculpture of the World, a museum, and a multi-dimensional theatre. Other than this, they also offer activities such as archery, rappelling, scaling rocks and ladders, etc.
Best Time to visit in Kollam
The Winter: The right time to visit Kollam is winter. It will have a slightly lower temperature. The mean temperature will increase by approximately 25 ° C. The longest days are in the months of January and February and the sunshine is about 9 hours a day. Kollam's seas will be warm and quiet; in summer, scuba diving will be accessible on the beaches.
Summertime: Kollam's temperature will be the same during the year. During this time the temperature is around 33 °C. So Kollam, too, isn't as hot during the season. For tourists, summer won't be uncomfortable. Most of the water sports and scuba diving are carried out during the summer season, and this is Kollam's biggest summer attraction.
Monsoon: The best time to visit Kollam is the Monsoon. The heat and humidity remain the same as summer until August during the monsoon. It'll probably be cool in August. The heaviest rainfall that occurs in Kollam from June to September sees a lot of late monsoon thunderstorms. But it's not really dangerous and doesn't cause a lot of harm. During the monsoon, the temperature can increase by around 30 ° C.